North Apponagansett sits between Westport and Dartmouth, taking pieces of both worlds. There’s a bit of rural flair from Westport and the cultural or dining attractions of Dartmouth, all blending into what some Realtors call the “country coastal” lifestyle.“This area of Dartmouth used to be an old seaport,” says Realtor Ellie Wickes. “You’ve got the Bedford Yacht Club nearby, as well as lots of cute little shops.”
It’s not uncommon for homes here to be in the million-dollar range. There are a lot of contemporary styles, like a modern farmhouse colonial, located in a quiet suburban development with cul-de-sacs. Inside, there’s a continuation of the modern farmhouse aesthetic with stainless steel appliances and quartz countertops. Another type of home here is a Craftsman-style ranch, sprawling across nearly 3,000 square feet. Lots are also big, with many bigger than an acre. Look for bespoke touches like stone accents and a chef’s kitchen. Home interiors reflect a mix of rustic and refined: earth tone color palettes, cabinetry with heavy wood grain and tiled bathroom walls.
Joseph DeMello Elementary enrolls nearly 400 students in Grades 1-5, and has a student-teacher ratio of 14-to-one. Niche awards the school an A in the teachers category. Dartmouth Middle steps up the population size, with 800 students enrolled in Grades 6-8. And yet the school maintains an 11-to-one student-teacher ratio, helping it to earn an A-plus in the teachers category. With over 1,000 students, Dartmouth High is the largest school in the local pipeline. Despite its size, it also maintains a close student-teacher ratio of 13 to 1, earning an A in the teachers category. Niche also gives the school a B-plus in the clubs and activities category. The music department, in particular, is known for high achievement, winning consecutive regional championships throughout the 2010s.
Residents don’t have to travel far for outdoor recreation, either. Star of the Sea Reserve has an illustrious name, and rightly so: it used to be a gravel mining operation, but today it’s a great place to explore and relax in nature. Take to the trails and be rewarded with a view of Apponagansett Bay. This is also where visitors can see “country coastal” lifestyle in action: starting out with oak and birch forests, they’ll encounter salamanders in wetter areas, while near the coast, they may cross paths with fiddler crabs and birds of prey.
While there’s certainly a vibrant dining scene in nearby New Bedford, there are also wholesome neighborhood hotspots in North Apponagansett. Friendly Pizza lives up to its name with attentive staff, comfy booth-style seating and a nearly 50-year-old menu that has perfected the art of the pie – try the scallop and shrimp pizza for some coastal comfort. Open since 2009, Cravings Cakes invites diners to sink their teeth into chocolate ganache and vanilla buttercream frosting.
Byron R. Ford, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Robert Paul Properties
(401) 681-8108
127 Total Sales
3 in North Apponagansett
$485K - $729K Price Range
Melinda Mitchell Shumway
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(781) 734-6369
29 Total Sales
1 in North Apponagansett
$750,100 Price
The Mathew J Arruda Group
Compass
(508) 501-5617
356 Total Sales
1 in North Apponagansett
$580,000 Price
Jeffrey Hathaway
Seaport Realty
(857) 837-6328
32 Total Sales
1 in North Apponagansett
$555,000 Price
William Ryan
Keller Williams South Watuppa
(774) 713-9434
120 Total Sales
1 in North Apponagansett
$740,000 Price
Nancy DeSousa
LPT Realty
(774) 582-3068
55 Total Sales
1 in North Apponagansett
$580,000 Price
On average, homes in North Apponagansett, Dartmouth sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in North Apponagansett, Dartmouth over the last 12 months is $635,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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A zoo, a mall and Clarks Cove are all within reach of this suburban neighborhood
Beachside living meets urban convenience along Massachusetts’ South Coast
Coastal community along Apponagansett Bay, close to New Bedford and the beach
A country coastal neighborhood with New England housing styles
Classic New England homes surrounding a historic New Bedford park
Urban convenience in a serene setting, with easy access to the beach and highway
